Posts by Jackie Wright

A strong hip joint positively impacts the function of the entire body. It is a complex joint. However, for purposes of this discussion it is enough to understand that it is a ball and socket joint which enables the hip to flex, extend, abduct, adduct, internally/externally rotate and circumduct. Each of these motions possible at…

Variety is the “spice” of exercise program design.  Variation helps to prevent exercise burnout, boredom, lack of adherence/results and overuse injuries.  So, if you know your exercise program as well as your trainer, then it may be time for a change! Keeping your programs fresh, cutting edge, progressive and interesting, takes a tremendous amount of…

You have made the decision to pull the trigger and are ready to begin attending group exercise classes at your trusted fitness facility; however, with so many exercises class formats to choose from, it might seem a little daunting to determine which direction to head. However, by following these five guidelines, you may eliminate some…

As we make our way into 2022, there are many nutrition tips to keep in mind. Choosing one of these for each month of the year may enhance your dietary program, improve your weight management capability, and provide a healthier, happier lifestyle throughout the year. As always, prior to beginning any exercise or nutrition program,…

Organization of your fitness lifestyle may lead to improved outcomes, particularly over the long-term.  And organization means more than just knowing which days and times you will dedicate to your exercise program.  While that is an important aspect of organization because you must know when you will exercise in order to actually get it done–how,…

Functionally, training your hips and legs runs hand in hand.  In general, gross movement of the legs originates from the hip joint regardless of whether it causes movement anterior, lateral, posterior, or medial (i.e., all three planes of the body, sagittal/frontal/transverse are possible at the hip joint). The TRX Suspension System Lunge-Knee/Pull exercise will fire…

While yoga and Pilates are often what conjures up the term “mind and body exercise”, the truth is that all exercise is mind and body oriented.  Without a conscious connection between the mind and body when exercising, the effectiveness and perhaps the safety of the exercise program may be negatively impacted. We utilize a cue…

It is probably one of the most challenging times of year to fit in your exercise program. With all of the family commitments, holiday parties, work crunches before leaving for a holiday vacation, and holiday visitors, it seems like finding time to workout is almost impossible.  However, with a little pre-planning following these five holiday…

There are dozens of variations of high step-up movement patterns. Stepping up high onto a step platform or plyo box, not only engages the quadriceps as the primary mover, this movement pattern also will engage the gluteus maximus and nose to toes core. High step-up movement patterns performed regularly may enhance your performance in a…

While there are hundreds of fitness technique tips that we utilize throughout each week when training our clientele, there are three that are of particular importance across the board. The tips featured this week will concentrate on muscular strength training skills/drills. Knowing where you are in space and time, understanding the purpose of the exercise,…